With the worst drought in 100 years taking hold at unprecedented levels in South East Queensland and all over Australia, the importance of water management is critical. Nowhere is this more important than in this industry where water saving and recycling is essential to the responsible production of our products.
Bark & Compost is charged with meeting the demands of a market who are also concerned with responsible use of water and promoting optimum growth through the choice of their horticultural products.
The general public is also aware, more than ever, of the value of mulching in order to optimise the water reaching the garden bed, the retention of moisture in the soil and controlling run-off.
Mulching can prevent evaporation from the soil by up to 70 per cent. The break down of organic mulch also releases nutrients into the soil to maximise fertility.
Using water more efficiently can result in significant cost savings and environmental benefits. ...